User Manual
FXPAR 9 1. Before You Begin... 1 What Is Included... 1 Unpacking Instructions... 1 Claims... 1 Text Conventions... 1 Symbols... 1 Disclaimer... 1 Product at a Glance... 2 Safety Notes... 2 2. Introduction... 3 Product Overview... 3 Product Dimensions... 3 3. Setup... 4 AC Power... 4 Fuse Replacement... 4 Power Linking... 4 Mounting... 5 Orientation... 5 Rigging... 5 4. Operation... 6 Control Panel Operation... 6 Menu Map... 6 Configuration (DMX)... 6 Starting Address... 6 DMX Channel Assignments and Values... 7 22Ch... 7 FXpar 9 Zones for DMX Control (22Ch)... 7 9Ch... 8 FXpar 9 Zones for DMX Control (9Ch)... 8 6Ch... 9 2Ch... 9 Configuration (Standalone)... 10 Automatic Programs... 10 Auto-Program Speed... 10 Sound-Active Mode... 10 Preset Color Mode... 10 Custom Color Mixing... 10 IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control... 11 IRC-6 Operation... 11 Automatic Mode... 11 Sound-Active Mode... 11 Manual Color Control... 11 Miscellaneous Operation... 11 Master/Slave Mode... 12 5. Maintenance... 13 Product Maintenance... 13 6. Technical Specifications... 14 Returns... 15 Contact Us... 16
BEFORE YOU BEGIN 1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is Included FXpar 9 Power Cord Hanging Bracket with Mounting Hardware Unpacking Instructions Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition. Claims If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from shipping, or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection. For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery. Text Conventions CONVENTION MEANING 1 512 A range of values 50/60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen Settings A menu option not to be modified <ENTER> A key to be pressed on the product s control panel ON A value to be entered or selected Symbols Warranty Card Quick Reference Guide SYMBOL MEANING Electrical warning. Not following these instructions may cause electrical damage to the product, accessories, or the user. Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not following these instructions may make the product not work, cause damage to the product, or cause harm to the operator. Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function correctly if this information is not used. Useful information. Disclaimer Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects. However, Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any and all liability to any party for any loss, damage or disruption caused by any errors or omissions in this document, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the content of this document without any obligation to notify any person or company of such revision, however, Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not commit to make, any such revisions. Download the latest version from www.chauvetdj.com. The works of authorship contained in this manual, including, but not limited to, all design, text and images are owned by Chauvet. Copyright 2016 Chauvet & Sons, LLC. All rights reserved. Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America. CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo, and FXpar 9 are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet & Sons LLC (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet Lighting) in the United States and other countries. Other company and product names and logos referred to herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. Page 1 of 16
Product at a Glance Safety Notes BEFORE YOU BEGIN Use on Dimmer Auto Programs Outdoor Use Auto-ranging Power Supply Sound-Active Replaceable Fuse DMX User-Serviceable Master/Slave Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution. Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing the fuse. Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on. Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged. Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord. If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable. Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating. Do not touch the product s housing when operating because it may be very hot. Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product. The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture. Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product s housing are blocked. Never connect the product to a dimmer. Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating. Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the hanging/ mounting bracket. The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104 F (40 C). Do not operate the product at higher temperatures. In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately. Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it. Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product to someone else, be sure that they also receive this document. Page 2 of 16
INTRODUCTION 2. INTRODUCTION Product Overview LED Display Microphone Sensitivity Knob Infrared Sensor Menu Buttons COB LED Power Out Fuse Holder Power In SMD Strobes Fan DMX In/Out Safety Loop Quad LEDs Product Dimensions 10.8 in 275 mm 10.9 in 279 mm 2.9 in 74 mm Page 3 of 16
SETUP 3. SETUP AC Power The FXpar 9 an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the product s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product s back panel, or refer to the product s specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the product s average current draw under normal conditions. Always connect the product to a protected circuit (a circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire. To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of nonuse completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it. Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch. Fuse Replacement 1. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder. 2. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing. 3. Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating. 4. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power. Installed fuse (held by plastic clip) Spare fuse holder (inside safety cap) Safety cap Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse. Power Linking The product provides power linking via the Edison outlet located in the back of the product. Please see the diagram below for further explanation. Power Linking Diagram Additional Products Power Source 1 st Product 2 nd Product 3 rd Product You can power link up to 7 FXpar 9 products on 120 VAC or up to 13 FXpar 9 products on 230 VAC. The power linking diagram corresponds to the North American version of the product ONLY! If using the product in other markets, you must consult with the local Chauvet distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may differ in your country or region. Page 4 of 16
SETUP Mounting Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes. Orientation The FXpar 9 may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product. Rigging Before deciding on a location, always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes. Make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product. Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product can support the product s weight. (see the Technical Specifications) When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss. When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity. When power linking multiple products, mount the products close enough for power linking cables to reach. The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the product to the desired angle. Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually. Using tools could damage the knobs. Mounting Diagram Mounting Clamp (such as CLP-15 or CLP-15N from Chauvet) Safety Cable (such as CH-05 from Chauvet) Mounting Bracket Bracket Adjustment Knob Page 5 of 16
OPERATION 4. OPERATION Control Panel Operation To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the display. Please refer to the Product Overview to see the button locations on the control panel. BUTTON <MENU> <UP> <DOWN> <ENTER> Menu Map FUNCTION Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu option Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value Press to activate a menu option or a selected value MODE PROGRAMMING LEVELS DESCRIPTION 2Ch d001 511 2-channel DMX mode DMX Mode 6Ch d001 507 6-channel DMX mode 9Ch d001 503 9-channel DMX mode 22Ch d001 491 22-channel DMX mode Static Colors C-- C 1 23 Static Colors Automatic Programs P-- P 1 17 Automatic programs Auto Speed S-- S 1 100 Program speed for P1 17 Sound-Active Mode Snd Snd1 13 Sound-active programs r000 255 Custom Color Mixing Infrared Mode u-- SEt g000 255 Custom static colors b000 255 Combine red, green, blue, and UV u000 255 S000 100 SMD strobe speed on Turns infrared on or off off Configuration (DMX) The FXpar 9 works with a DMX controller. Information about DMX is in the CHAUVET DMX Primer, which is available from the Chauvet website http://www.chauvetlighting.com/downloads/ DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf. Starting Address When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels the selected DMX mode uses. If you choose a starting address that is too high, you could restrict the access to some of the product s channels. The FXpar 9 uses up to 22 DMX channels, which defines the highest configurable address as 491. If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetdj.com. To select the starting address, do the following: 1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 2Ch, 6Ch, 9Ch, or 22Ch shows on the display. 2. Press <ENTER>. 3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address, from d 1 511. 4. Press <ENTER>. Page 6 of 16
OPERATION DMX Channel Assignments and Values 22Ch CHANNEL FUNCTION VALUE PERCENT/SETTING 1 Red 1 000 255 0 100% 2 Green 1 000 255 0 100% 3 Blue 1 000 255 0 100% 4 UV 1 000 255 0 100% 5 Strobe 1 006 250 Strobe, slow to fast 251 255 Sound-active strobe 6 Red 2 000 255 0 100% 7 Green 2 000 255 0 100% 8 Blue 2 000 255 0 100% 9 UV 2 000 255 0 100% 10 Strobe 2 006 250 Strobe, slow to fast 251 255 Sound-active strobe 11 Red 3 000 255 0 100% 12 Green 3 000 255 0 100% 13 Blue 3 000 255 0 100% 14 UV 3 000 255 0 100% 15 Strobe 3 006 250 Strobe, slow to fast 251 255 Sound-active strobe 16 Red 4 000 255 0 100% 17 Green 4 000 255 0 100% 18 Blue 4 000 255 0 100% 19 Strobe 4 006 250 Strobe, slow to fast 251 255 Sound-active strobe 20 SMD Strobes 006 020 On 021 250 Strobe, slow to fast 251 255 Sound-active strobe FXpar 9 Zones for DMX Control (22Ch) Page 7 of 16
OPERATION 22Ch (cont.) CHANNEL FUNCTION VALUE PERCENT/SETTING 9Ch 21 Auto Programs 22 Program Speed 006 024 Auto program 1 025 043 Auto program 2 044 062 Auto program 3 063 081 Auto program 4 082 100 Auto program 5 101 119 Auto program 6 120 138 Auto program 7 139 157 Auto program 8 158 176 Auto program 9 177 195 Auto program 10 196 214 Auto program 11 215 233 Auto program 12 234 255 Auto program 13 000 250 Program speed, slow to fast 251 255 Sound-active CHANNEL FUNCTION VALUE PERCENT/SETTING 1 Red 1 000 255 0 100% 2 Green 1 000 255 0 100% 3 Blue 1 000 255 0 100% 4 UV 1 000 255 0 100% 5 Red 2 000 255 0 100% 6 Green 2 000 255 0 100% 7 Blue 2 000 255 0 100% 8 Strobe 006 250 Strobe, slow to fast 251 255 Sound-active strobe 9 SMD Strobes 006 020 On 021 250 Strobe, slow to fast 251 255 Sound-active strobe FXpar 9 Zones for DMX Control (9Ch) Page 8 of 16
OPERATION 6Ch CHANNEL FUNCTION VALUE PERCENT/SETTING 2Ch 1 Red 000 255 0 100% 2 Green 000 255 0 100% 3 Blue 000 255 0 100% 4 UV 000 255 0 100% 5 Strobe 006 250 Strobe, slow to fast 251 255 Sound-active strobe 6 SMD Strobes 006 020 On 021 250 Strobe, slow to fast 251 255 Sound-active strobe CHANNEL FUNCTION VALUE PERCENT/SETTING 1 Auto Programs 2 Program Speed 006 024 Auto program 1 025 043 Auto program 2 044 062 Auto program 3 063 081 Auto program 4 082 100 Auto program 5 101 119 Auto program 6 120 138 Auto program 7 139 157 Auto program 8 158 176 Auto program 9 177 195 Auto program 10 196 214 Auto program 11 215 233 Auto program 12 234 255 Auto program 13 000 250 Program speed, slow to fast 251 255 Sound-active Page 9 of 16
Configuration (Standalone) Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller. OPERATION Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode to a DMX string connected to a DMX controller. Products in standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could interfere with the DMX signals from the controller. Automatic Programs To run the FXpar 9 in automatic mode, follow the instructions below: 1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until P-- shows on the display. 2. Press <ENTER>. 3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select an automatic program, from P 1 17. 4. Press <ENTER>. Auto-Program Speed To change the auto-program speed on the FXpar 9, do the following: 1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until P-- shows on the display. 2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to increase or decrease the program speed from S 1 100. 3. Press <ENTER>. The product will return to the last selected mode. Sound-Active Mode To run the FXpar 9 in sound-active mode, follow the instructions below: 1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until Snd shows on the display. 2. Press <ENTER>. 3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select a sound-active program, from Snd1 13. 4. Press <ENTER>. 5. Turn the sensitivity knob up until the product responds to the beat of the music. The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums). Preset Color Mode To run the FXpar 9 on a static color, do the following: 1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until C-- shows on the display. 2. Press <ENTER>. 3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select a static color, from C 1 23. 4. Press <ENTER>. Custom Color Mixing To custom mix a static color, follow the instructions below: 1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until u-- shows on the display. 2. Press <ENTER> and one of the following will show on the display: r _ (red) g _ (green) b _ (blue) u _ (UV) S _ (SMD strobe speed) 3. Press <ENTER> to cycle through the settings. 4. When the desired setting shows on the display, use <UP> or <DOWN> to increase or decrease the value, from 000 255 for red, green, blue, or UV, or from 000 100 for SMD strobe speed. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the product outputs as desired. Page 10 of 16
OPERATION IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control The FXpar 9 is compatible with the IRC-6 infrared remote control from Chauvet. To activate IR mode, follow the instructions below: 1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until SEt shows on the display. 2. Press <ENTER> to accept. 3. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to select on or off. 4. Press <ENTER>. IRC-6 Operation Automatic Mode Automatic mode will enable you to run the automatic programs on the product. To turn on Automatic mode: 1. Press <AUTO> on the IRC-6. 2. Press <+> or < > to choose between the different auto programs. To adjust the speed of the automatic program: 1. Press <SPEED> on the IRC-6. 2. Press <+> or < > to increase or decrease the speed of the program. Sound-Active Mode Sound-Active mode will enable the product to respond to the music. To turn on Sound-Active mode: 1. Press <SOUND> on the IRC-6. 2. Press <+> or < > to select a sound-active program. Manual Color Control To choose a specific color with the IRC-6: 1. Press any number between <0>~<9> to choose your color. 2. Press <+> or < > to choose between preset static colors. To manually control the RGB percentage: 1. Press <MANUAL> on the IRC-6. 2. Press <R> (red), <G> (green), <B> (blue), or <UV>/<P> (UV) to choose your color. 3. Press <+> or < > to increase or decrease the percentage of each color. To turn the SMD strobes on or off: 1. Press <W> on the IRC-6. Miscellaneous Operation To adjust the total output level: 1. Press <%> on the IRC-6. 2. Press <+> or < > to increase or decrease the output level. To adjust the strobe rate of the static color: 1. Press <STROBE> on the IRC-6. 2. Press <+> or < > to increase or decrease the strobe rate. 3. Set to S000 to turn off the strobe. To select a fading program: 1. Press <FADE> on the IRC-6. To black out the lights: 1. Press <BLACK OUT> on the IRC-6. This will turn off all the lights until the button is pressed again. NOTE: The IRC-6 will not respond to any inputs when Black Out is activated. If the remote does not respond when a button is pressed, try pressing <BLACK OUT>. You may have inadvertently activated Black Out. Page 11 of 16
OPERATION Master/Slave Mode The Master/Slave mode allows a single FXpar 9 product (the master ) to control the actions of one or more FXpar 9 products (the slaves ) without the need of a DMX controller. The master product will be set to operate in either Stand-Alone mode or with the IRC-6, while the slave products will be set to operate in Slave mode. Once set and connected, the slave products will operate in unison with the master product. Configure the products as indicated below. Slave products: 1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 2Ch, 6Ch, 9Ch, or 22Ch shows on the display. 2. Press <ENTER> to accept. 3. Set the DMX address to 001. 4. Connect the DMX input of the first slave product to the DMX output of the master product. 5. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave products to the DMX output of the previous slave product. 6. Finish setting and connecting all the slave products. Master product: 1. Set the master product to operate in Stand-Alone mode or with the IRC-6. 2. Make the master product the first product in the DMX daisy chain. Configure all the slave products before connecting the master to the daisy chain. Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master. Do not connect more than 31 slaves to the master. Page 12 of 16
MAINTENANCE 5. MAINTENANCE Product Maintenance Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduction of the light source s life and/or mechanical wear. To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, clean your lighting products at least twice a month. However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing factors to increase the cleaning frequency. To clean the product, follow the instructions below: 1. Unplug the product from power. 2. Wait until the product is at room temperature. 3. Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface/vents. 4. Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol. 5. Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue. 6. Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface. 7. Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint. Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them. Page 13 of 16
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Weight LENGTH WIDTH HEIGHT WEIGHT 10.9 in (279 mm) 10.8 in (275 mm) 2.9 in (74 mm) 3.6 lb (1.6 kg) Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit. Power POWER SUPPLY TYPE RANGE VOLTAGE SELECTION Switching (internal) 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Auto-ranging PARAMETER 120 V, 60 HZ 230 V, 50 HZ Consumption 80 W 77 W Operating Current 1.1 A 0.6 A Power linking current (products) 8 A (7 products) 8 A (13 products) Fuse T 1.6 A, 250 V T 1.6 A, 250 V POWER I/O U.S./WORLDWIDE UK/EUROPE Power input connector IEC IEC Power output connector Edison IEC Power Cord plug Edison (U.S.) Local Plug Light Source TYPE POWER LIFESPAN COLOR QUANTITY CURRENT LED 4 W 50, 000 hours Quad-color RGB+UV 9 1.4 A COB LED 18.4 W 50, 000 hours Tri-color RGB 1 2 A SMD LED 0.5 W 50, 000 hours Cool white 21 0.2 A Photometrics PARAMETER VALUE Thermal Strobe Rate 0 to 16.4 Hz Beam Angle 25 Field Angle 45 Illuminance @ 2 m 1,450 lux MAXIMUM EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE COOLING SYSTEM 104 F (40 C) Fan-assisted convection DMX I/O CONNECTOR CHANNEL RANGE 3-pin XLR 2, 6, 9 or 22 Ordering PRODUCT NAME ITEM CODE UPC NUMBER FXpar 9 10031225 781462215736 Page 14 of 16
RETURNS RETURNS In case you need to get support or return a product: If you are located in the U.S., contact Chauvet World Headquarters. If you are located in the UK or Ireland, contact Chauvet Europe Ltd. If you are located in Mexico, contact Chauvet Mexico. If you are located in Benelux, contact Chauvet Europe BVBA. If you are located in any other country, DO NOT contact Chauvet. Instead, contact your local distributor. See www.chauvetdj.com for distributors outside the U.S., UK, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux. If you are located outside the U.S., UK, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux, contact your distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return Chauvet products to them. Visit our website www.chauvetdj.com for contact details. Call the corresponding Chauvet Technical Support office and request a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the return. Send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing and accessories. Chauvet will not issue call tags. Clearly label the package with the RMA number. Chauvet will refuse any product returned without an RMA number. Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box. Before sending the product, clearly write the following information on a piece of paper and place it inside the box: Your name Your address Your phone number RMA number A brief description of the problem Be sure to pack the product properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be your responsibility. FedEx packing or double-boxing are recommended. Chauvet reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned product(s). Page 15 of 16
CONTACT US CONTACT US World Headquarters General Information Technical Support Address: 5200 NW 108th Ave. Voice: (954) 577-4455 (Press 4) Sunrise, FL 33351 Fax: (954) 756-8015 Voice: (954) 577-4455 Email: tech@chauvetlighting.com Fax: (954) 929-5560 Website Toll Free: (800) 762-1084 www.chauvetlighting.com EUROPE General Information Technical Support Address: Stokstraat 18 Email: eutech@chauvetlighting.eu 9770 Kruishoutem Website Belgium www.chauvetlighting.eu Voice: +32 9 388 93 97 General Information Technical Support Address: Unit 1C Email: uktech@chauvetlighting.com Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Pinxton, Nottingham, UK Website NG16 6NT www.chauvetlighting.co.uk Voice: +44 (0) 1773 511115 Fax: +44 (0) 1773 511110 MEXICO General Information Technical Support Address: Av. Santa Ana 30 Email: servicio@chauvet.com.mx Lerma, Mexico C.P. 52000 Website Voice: +52 (728) 285-5000 www.chauvet.com.mx Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Mexico or Benelux, contact the dealer of record. Follow the instructions to request support or to return a product. Visit our website for contact details. Page 16 of 16